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DiNapoli: Housing Discrimination Complaints Languish at NYC Commission on Human Rights
… and monitoring. Between July 1, 2019 and July 31, 2024, a Dynamics report showed CCHR received 51,702 discrimination … responded timely and tracked cases effectively. Delays in Case Resolution Auditors reviewed 29 inquiries with … responding to an alleged housing discrimination complaint. In a sample of 46 cases, CCHR staff entered both the receipt …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/12/dinapoli-housing-discrimination-complaints-languish-nyc-commission-human-rightsState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… School District . State Comptroller DiNapoli has made it a priority to audit school district, BOCES and charter school … practices and ensure proper policies and procedures are in place to protect taxpayer dollars from waste, fraud and … school districts annually spend approximately $60 billion in federal, state and local funds. For additional background …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/11/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-auditsDiNapoli: New York Power Authority’s Installation of Electric Vehicle Chargers Years Behind Schedule
… the rollout of electric vehicle chargers has been a disappointment so far,” DiNapoli said. “Since encouraging … deliver on its commitments and get this program headed in the right direction.” The state’s plan for increasing the … the climate emergency. The Charge NY program was announced in 2013 as a statewide network of up to 3,000 public and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/02/dinapoli-new-york-power-authoritys-installation-electric-vehicle-chargers-years-behind-scheduleXI.3 Submission of Purchase Orders – XI. Procurement and Contract Management
… that serve as the complete purchase agreement with the vendor (stand-alone POs) are subject to the OSC review when … period. OSC Approval Process: When the purchase order is approved by OSC, OSC will transmit an approval notification … The lease contract number must be entered in the NYS Description field. Process for Host/Hosted Agencies: …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xi/xi3-overviewState Comptroller DiNapoli Statement on the Enacted Budget
… to federal aid. "Still, there are areas of concern. As in past years, the budget negotiation process was mostly done behind closed doors, leaving the public in the dark about how taxpayer money will be spent. My office will provide a more detailed analysis of the enacted budget in the coming …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/03/state-comptroller-dinapoli-statement-enacted-budgetContract Submission System Guide for the Office of the Attorney General Users
… New York State Contract Submission System (CSS) The CSS is a secure application which allows State authorities to submit … the System generally reflect the functions a user performs in an organization and only allows the user to complete tasks … assigned when the user is created by an Authorizer in OSC Online Services. OAG Reviewer Role Allows user to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/contracts/contract-submission-system-guide-office-attorney-general-usersDiNapoli: Improved Guidance Needed for State Agencies Using AI To Avoid Risks
… of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is inadequate and creates a risk that the technology could be used irresponsibly, … Department of Transportation (DOT). The audit, the second in a series on AI Use in New York Government, follows a 2023 audit of New York … of Artificial Intelligence AI is inadequate and creates a risk that the technology could be used irresponsibly …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/04/dinapoli-improved-guidance-needed-state-agencies-using-ai-avoid-risksXI.4.B Standard Contract Language for Grant Contracts: Fixed Term, Multiyear Contracts and Simplified Renewals – XI. Procurement and Contract Management
… OVERVIEW State agencies can enter into a grant program contract using a fixed term agreement, a … and to provide guidance for their use. As detailed in the New York State Grants Management Budget Bulletin , … formats. The use of standard contract language results in efficiencies for both the State and the contractor, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xi/xi4b-standard-contract-language-grant-contracts-fixed-term-multiyear-contracts-and-simplifiedState Agencies Bulletin No. 2257
… processed automatically. Affected Employees: All employees in the Agency Police Services Unit (BU31) represented by … 03/28/2024 08/14/2024 Eligibility Criteria: Employees in Bargaining Unit 31 who received an April 2023 or April 2024 increase to annual earnings and have a Payroll Status of Active, Leave With Pay or Leave of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2257-april-2023-and-april-2024-retroactive-increases-premium-overtimeComptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… Engine Company , Columbia County and the Town of Tuxedo . “In today’s fiscal climate, budget transparency and accountability for our local communities is a top priority,” said DiNapoli. “By auditing municipal … financial activities. The treasurer withdrew $12,505 in cash from the company’s fundraiser savings account without …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/01/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-1DiNapoli: Tax Cap Nears Two Percent for 2018
… to less than one percent, inflation has crept up resulting in the highest allowable levy growth since 2013," DiNapoli … The tax cap, which first applied to local governments in 2012, limits tax levy increases to the lesser of the rate … of inflation or 2 percent with some exceptions, including a provision that allows municipalities to override the tax …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/07/dinapoli-tax-cap-nears-two-percent-2018DiNapoli Statement on MTA Budget
… 2026 reflects several actions that have become necessary in order to prepare for potential federal funding cuts. “On … from new operating efficiencies, including $75 million in 2026, which will help the Authority balance its budget … to 2026, 2027 and 2028. While these funds are likely still a budget risk, given a lack of clarity from Washington, the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/12/dinapoli-statement-mta-budgetState Comptroller DiNapoli Statement on Boeing Lawsuit Settlement
… the Fund, and the FPPA were appointed co-lead plaintiffs in the lawsuit. In a derivative lawsuit, shareholders sue a company’s board of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/02/state-comptroller-dinapoli-statement-boeing-lawsuit-settlementXIII.4.B Travel Advance – XIII. Employee Expense Reimbursement
… official station for at least 30 percent of the work year. In addition, Business Units may advance funds to an employee for a specific travel event. Process and Document Preparation: … year must return advances. Travel advances can be issued in SFS in two different ways, either through an agency’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xiii/xiii4b-travel-advanceVII.10.A Cash Advance Overview – VII. State Revenues and Appropriated Loan Receivables
… of cash advance accounts. The moneys are to be used in accordance with rules prescribed by the Comptroller which … but are not limited to: Developing and implementing a complete system of internal controls governing advance … receipts and disbursements to bank statements as described in Section 10.F - Cash Advance Reconciliations and Annual …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-vii/vii10a-cash-advance-overviewComptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… , Middle Country Public Library and Otsego County . “In today’s fiscal climate, budget transparency and accountability for our local communities is a top priority,” said DiNapoli. “By auditing municipal … billing registers and cash collections were not deposited in a timely manner or properly secured prior to deposit. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/01/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-2Fuel Purchases
… subsidiaries provide public transportation services in Monroe, Genesee, Livingston, Orleans, Wayne, Wyoming, and … subsidiaries that account for most of its fuel purchases. In addition, the Authority had separate agreements with four counties, a school district, and a private company to supply fuel to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/02/27/fuel-purchasesColdspring Fire District – Internal Controls Over Financial Operations (2013M-229)
… a district corporation of the State, distinct and separate from the Town of Coldspring, and located in Cattaraugus … only accounting records the Treasurer maintained were a check register and savings account register; the Treasurer did not maintain …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2013/09/27/coldspring-fire-district-internal-controls-over-financial-operations-2013mWayne County – Financial Management (2012M-249)
… to August 31, 2012. Background Wayne County is located in Central New York, covers approximately 600 square miles, … approximately 94,000 residents. The County is governed by a Board of Supervisors which is comprised of 15 members, the … $10 million as of December 31, 2011, with no plans in place for the use of these balances. Key Recommendations …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2013/04/12/wayne-county-financial-management-2012m-249Champlain Joint Youth Program – Oversight of Financial Activities (2017M-21)
… 31, 2016. Background The Champlain Joint Youth Program is a joint activity established among the Villages of Champlain … operate youth development programs for children residing in these municipalities. The governing boards of the three … day-to-day program administration. Program expenditures in 2015 were approximately $29,500. Key Findings Current …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/joint-activity/2017/11/22/champlain-joint-youth-program-oversight-financial-activities-2017m-21